How we work – and why we’re unique
Digital transformation and the rapid spread of artificial intelligence in the media and everyday life are creating new opportunities for journalism, communication and civic engagement. But they also bring increasing risks as new forms of surveillance and influence over public debate emerge. Disinformation poses a serious threat to social cohesion, democratic processes and stability.
As a result, civil society actors face enormous challenges: they have to assert their crucial concerns in an increasingly complex communication landscape, and often without the know-how they need.
This is where DW Akademie’s Communication Consultancy team comes in. We advise and support civil society actors in the Global South so that they can continue their work even under pressure, and be heard in a diverse public sphere. They convey facts and build trust.
What sets us apart
We combine years of practical experience, international consulting expertise and the specialist knowledge of DW’s seasoned media professionals. Our analysis method is unique.
C-Sprint: Needs assessment for tailored consulting
C-Sprint was developed by DW Akademie to analyze the communication activities and challenges of organizations and institutions. A C-Sprint:
precisely assesses current communication activities and their impact,
analyzes the political and media environment,
identifies concrete development and consulting needs.
C-Sprint forms the basis of every project, ensuring that our consulting services are not only customized but also viable.
Sustainable impact through targeted capacity building
Our aim is for civil society actors to initiate lasting change. For this, we work with donor organizations and support their partner organizations in countries of the Global South.
Through our consulting, organizations active in development cooperation can strengthen their partners more effectively: they become more resilient, more relevant within their local context and better able to represent their concerns in the public sphere. Their staff receive professional training, build trusting relationships with the media and communicate confidently and strategically. This enables them to continue fulfilling their essential role in public debate, even in challenging times.
With some projects, we also work directly with media professionals to strengthen their professional communication.
Empower your facts! Let's talk about solutions
Do you work with organizations and institutions in the Global South and wantto help them communicate more clearly and successfully? Contact us and let’s discuss how Communication Consultancy can provide targeted support!
